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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)GENERAL SERVICINGHVAC SYSTEM - COMPRESSOR SERVICINGNIPPONDENSO 10P13 10-CYLINDERAIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Assembly: Removal
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Removal
- Using spanner (1014), hold clutch plate and remove compressor shaft nut. Using clutch plate remover (T80L-19703-B), pull clutch plate from compressor. Remove clutch plate shims.
- Remove snap ring and clutch pulley assembly. If pulley assembly cannot be removed by hand, use Shaft Protector (T80L-19703-G) and 3-jaw puller. Remove snap ring.
- Disconnect clutch coil lead, and remove clutch coil.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.